Choosing a Photographer
Choosing a Photographer
February 23, 2006Posted By marriageCongratulations on your engagement, no doubt those wedding plans are now in full swing. It's such an exciting time, full of joy and optimism as you look ahead to spending the rest of your life with the one you love. We would like to offer you some general tips about choosing a photographer for your wedding. The photographer is often an overlooked part of the wedding plans, however this is one of the most important ways to share the memories of your special day. In future years as you show your wedding day pictures to your children, you will be grateful that you had a professional photographer on hand.
- The most important piece of advice that we can give to you is to hire a professional. This is only one day in your life; you will treasure the photos forever. An experienced photographer will be able to advise you on style and placements.
- Ask to view your photographer's portfolio. If he or she is experienced, they will not mind sharing this with you. This will help you with ideas as to the style and type of pictures your photographer will take. We also recommend that you request references from your short list of photographers.
- Have clear expectations up front, understand what the delivery time is and how many pictures you will receive. What are the photographer’s payment terms, what happens if you're not happy with the quality, or they are late to your wedding? It's also a very good idea to agree on what they are expected to wear to your wedding. We've heard stories of one photographer turning up to a formal wedding with a football shirt on.
We suggest that choosing a photographer for your wedding is as important as choosing the caterer's, in fact their legacy will remain for far longer than people remember the taste of your canapés. Take you time with this very important decision. In twenty years time, would you like to be sat on a cosy sofa with your family looking through beautiful wedding pictures, or squinting through various snapshots taken by guests and friends?
